Recruitment and Diversity Committee

Mission

The Recruitment and Diversity Committee, appointed by the Dean of the University Libraries, is composed of library employees committed to the goals of diversity.

Main purposes are

• to promote a positive attitude toward diversity and inclusion within the University Libraries;
• to participate in the administration of the Library Residency Program, and to assist search committees in the recruitment of a diverse pool of candidates for positions at the Library;
• to establish and maintain a welcoming and respectful environment for all library employees and patrons.

The Chair of the Committee will represent the Libraries on the Diversity Officers Advisory Committee to the Associate Provost for Diversity and Multicultural Affairs and attending monthly meetings and facilitating communication between the Libraries and the University regarding diversity issues.

The Recruitment and Diversity Committee has an ongoing, active role in performing climate assessment, contributing to strategic and other planning for the Libraries, and recommending policies and programs on diversity and inclusion within the Libraries.

Suggested Goals and Activities

• Provide a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive work environment for library staff by sponsoring educational and training opportunities and other activities.
• Create opportunities for staff to learn about diversity-related issues and topics using a cultural enrichment discussion series. Encourage exploration and tolerance of individual differences and promote openness to learning from others.
• Offer programs that will address the Libraries services to individuals with disabilities.
• Provide opportunities for social interaction and communication.
• Sponsor the Libraries recognition programs, including library student workers.
• Develop a means to welcome new library employees, providing them with contacts and other useful information for settling in at the Libraries.